Review: Cajun Cuisine at Pier 17 on Garosu-gil
By Joe McPherson on April 27, 2013 | 8:00 am | 0 Comments
"Laissez les Bons Temps Rouler" Cajun Food at Pier 17 Words and shots by Joe McPherson Jambalaya. Why has this not become a trend in Korea? It has all the elements Koreans like—rice, meats, heat. With the bold new restaurant Pier 17 in Garosu-gil, its time likely has come. A diamond in the briefly shining food street that has since devolved into a rough
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One fish, two fish, red fish… Blue Fish
By 10 Media on April 24, 2013 | 8:00 am | 0 Comments
One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish... Words by Sonia Hensley, shots by Annie Otto Try out a classier version of hwae at this Gangnam seafood restaurant. Imagine the exact opposite of anything you would expect from a Korean seafood joint. Think unhurried, high-class service, private dining rooms designed to imitate the coasts of Old Europe, and spotless sea tanks
Don Charly: True Mexican, No Fusion Allowed
By 10 Media on April 18, 2013 | 8:00 am | 0 Comments
Find authentic Los Tacos and Las Tortas on the menu at Don Charly, a Mexican food nook in Gyeongridan. This tiny one-man kitchen serves up a big punch of “real Mex-Mex cuisine” hailing straight from Mexico. The menu is dedicated to Mexican sandwiches and tacos, served piping hot to your table. Order the spicy grilled homemade choriqueso, a chopped Mexican sausage
Russia for Real: Sakhalin Russian Restaurant
By 10 Media on April 15, 2013 | 8:00 am | 1 Comment
If you want to try authentic Russian food, skip the tourist traps in Itaewon and head straight for Little Russia in Dongdaemun to visit Sakhalin (사할린). It may not be decorated in Russian knick knacks, but Sakhalin feels like home to anyone familiar with Russia. Even better, the borscht and the cabbage rolls are about as close to your Russian grandmother’s as
Cover Story: the 100 Best Dishes – The Most Luxurious of All
By 10 Media on March 22, 2013 | 9:01 am | 0 Comments
hese culinary creations blur the line between art and food. But to try them, you may need to be one of the few to whom money is no object. Words and shots by Joe McPherson and 10 Staff 1 X Burger W180,000 Kitchen at W Seoul Walkerhill It was originally a publicity stunt. Restaurants around the world were making headlines with expensive gourmet burger
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Cover Story: the 100 Best Dishes – Seoul’s Best Business Lunches
By 10 Media on March 21, 2013 | 9:01 am | 1 Comment
Meals are food, but they’re also events. Make sure you have the right meal for your special occasion with our picks for Seoul’s best in fine dining. 1 When bosses talk serious business Premium Rib Eye Steak, W127,000 Manhattan Grill at Renaissance Hotel Seoul At this high-class steak house, where regular guests have their own set of Laguiole steak
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Cover Story: the 100 Best Dishes – Just Desserts
By 10 Media on March 21, 2013 | 9:00 am | 3 Comments
Sweet Sweet Seoul Words and shots by Joe McPherson 1 Tofu Ice Cream Bean Table, Gyeonggi-do These young chefs do some serious farm to table Korean. They’re famous for making their own organic tofu, and have even turned it into ice cream. It’s rich, creamy—and vegan! Their whole menu is fantastic, but everyone looks forward to the ice cream at
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Cover Story: the 100 Best Dishes – Travelers’ Picks
By 10 Media on March 21, 2013 | 9:00 am | 2 Comments
These dishes aren’t local secrets—they’re famous destinations in and of themselves. Educate yourself about regional cultures through their food with any of the picks below. 1-5. Words and shots by Jo-Anna Lynch 1 Sanchae Baekban Bu-Il Sikdang, Gangwon-do There’s no need to call the waitress to order here, because they only serve one thing:
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Cover Story: the 100 Best Dishes – Seoul’s Best Date Dinners
By 10 Media on March 20, 2013 | 9:01 am | 1 Comment
1 A Great start Steak or Fish Course with French Onion Soup, W42,000 Chez Josephina Enjoy small talk with the French chef when you order the steak or fish course. When it comes, take time to savor the must-have appetizer, a delectable French onion soup. The caramelized onion, French crouton soaked in a sweet beef broth, and a topping of cheese
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Cover Story: the 100 Best Dishes – Food with Friends
By 10 Media on March 20, 2013 | 9:00 am | 1 Comment
Words and shots by Seok-won Jang Grab a group of your coworkers or closest pals when you head out to try these gastronomic gems. Social atmospheres and shareable portions will turn your meal into a bonding experience. 1 Hanwoo 1++ Sirloin Steak Two Horn Sirloin (투뿔등심), Seoul W29,000 Korea’s native premium beef, hanwoo, is known for its
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